Health Policy Resources for the Axonics® System

Health Policy Resources

The Axonics^® System is an FDA-approved Sacral Neuromodulation (SNM) system for the treatment of urinary and bowel dysfunction. Featuring a miniaturized and rechargeable neurostimulator, the Axonics System is approved to last for at least 15 years in the body, reducing the need for device replacement surgeries associated with nonrechargeable SNM systems.

Clinical Outcomes

Axonics Therapy has been the subject of 2 prospective, multicenter clinical studies. These studies have shown significant, durable symptom reductions and high rates of patient satisfaction with Axonics SNM Therapy.

ARTISAN-SNM Clinical Study Overview

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RELAX-OAB Clinical Study Overview

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Reimbursement

A quick-reference guide is available below for a summary of applicable codes and Medicare National Average payment rates for the procedures and sites of services typically associated with SNM therapy.

Reimbursement Guide

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Reimbursement Support Center

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Healthcare Cost Savings

The Axonics System may reduce patients’ and overall healthcare provider burden and risks associated with repeat surgeries.

A cost-consequence model was developed by health economic and physician experts to estimate the costs of long-term SNM-treatment with a rechargeable vs nonrechargeable device. The analysis determined that rechargeable SNM technology may deliver significant cost savings to payers, including

45% reduction in per patient costs
$34,000 per patient savings
$12 billion budget impact savings to US payers over 15 years.¹

Health Economic Impact Reference

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For additional information, please visit clinicaltrials.gov
ARTISAN-SNM: NCT03327948
RELAX-OAB: NCT02620410

Additional Resources

FDA Approval Letter Fecal Incontinence

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FDA Approval Letter Urinary Incontinence

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Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc., does not guarantee that Medicare or any public or private payer will cover any products or services at any particular level and specifically excludes any representation or warranty relating to reimbursement. Laws, regulations, and payer policies concerning reimbursement are complex and change frequently, and service providers are responsible for all decisions relating to coding and reimbursement submissions. Accordingly, Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc., strongly recommends that you consult with your payers, reimbursement specialist and/or legal counsel regarding coding, coverage and payment matters.

Reference

1. Noblett KL, Dmonchowski RR, Vasavada SP, et al. Cost profiles and budget impact of rechargeable versus non-rechargeable sacral neuromodulation devices in the treatment of overactive bladder sysndrome. Neurourol Urodynam. 2016;1-7.

Questions?

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